Marie Feagins was hired by the Memphis-Shelby County Schools Board in April but now faces possible firing from board members in early 2025.

The response did not contain any direct responses to the allegations against Feagins, but generally called all of them "meritless."

Board member Amber Huett-Garcia introduced the resolution for the Jan. 14, MSCS work session. The resolution reads that Huett-Garcia supports her colleagues in examining the performance of Feagins, but that she "stand firmly" in support of more time for her to lead the district.

"DEEPLY DISTRUBED" - In a two page letter, MSCS Superintendent responded to the school board, addressing allegations against her and the attempt to terminate her.

Memphis-Shelby County Schools Superintendent Dr. Marie Feagins has issued her response to the school board accusing her of misconduct. In December, the school board accused Dr. Feagins of the following infractions: On Monday evening,

Memphis-Shelby County Schools board member Amber Huett-Garcia has proposed an alternative to firing Superintendent Marie Feagins, board documents show. Huett-Garcia’s resolution would provide time for Feagins to remedy the issues board members identified and would require monthly updates to the public about the progress made.

The saga with the Memphis-Shelby County Schools board and Superintendent Dr. Marie Feagins continues, as another board member introduced a resolution to retain the superintendent.